Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
Qualification structure
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources (603/1573/8)
The ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources consists of four core mandatory, three mandatory, and one specialist mandatory units. There are no optional units in this qualification. To be awarded the Level 4 Diploma in Business Management learners must achieve a minimum of a Pass in all units.
The total Guided Learning Hours (GLH) is 600 hours
The Total Qualification Time (TQT) is 1200 hours
The credit value is 120
Qualification objective
The objectives of the Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources are as follows:
• To equip learners with business skills, knowledge, and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global business environment
• To provide education and training for a range of careers in business, including management, human resources, and marketing
• To provide insight and understanding into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a globalized marketplace
• To equip learners with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organizations, cross-cultural issues, diversity, and values
• To provide opportunities for learners to enter or progress in employment in business, or progress to higher education qualifications
• To provide opportunities for learners to develop the skills, techniques, and personal attributes essential for successful working lives
• To provide opportunities for those learners with a global outlook to aspire to international career pathways
• To provide opportunities for learners to achieve a nationally-recognized professional qualification
• To offer learners the chance of career progression in their chosen field
• To allow flexibility of study and to meet local or specialist needs
Who is it for?
This qualification is for learners who are 16 and over. The Level 4 Diplomas build upon the subjects covered in the Foundation Diploma and give more extensive coverage of business management knowledge and understanding. You will expand your knowledge and skills by learning about entrepreneurship, quantitative methods, project management, and Human Resources.
Who regulates this qualification?
The qualification is regulated in the UK by: • Ofqual
Entry guidance and criteria
There are no formal entry requirements to study Level 4 Diplomas; however, the center should ensure that you have a reasonable expectation of success on the program by assessing your previous qualifications or related work experience. Hence, they are responsible for using their professional and academic judgment when deciding which level you should enter the ABE program. To successfully study for an ABE qualification, you should have appropriate English language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
For the Level 4 Diplomas, it recommends the following standards be met
• IELTS 5.5
• Cambridge ESOL Cambridge English First
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) 51
• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)